
The National AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections Control and Hepatitis Programme (NASCP) is a division of the Department of Public Health, in the Nigeria Federal Ministry of Health (FMH).
The concept of NASCP and its mandate is to coordinate the formulation and effective implementation of the Nigeria government policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures for the prevention of new HIV infections as well as improve on the existing treatment, care and support for those persons already infected and affected by the virus in the country.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
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IT Support Officer
Job Title: IT Support Officer
Location: NigeriaÂ
Responsibilities:
- Manage data and IT infrastructures
- Handle all meeting and engagements IT needs
- Investigate and troubleshoot issues across the technical ecosystem (infrastructure, security, cloud)
- Respond to user inquiries and providing technical assistance through various channels e.g phone, email, or in-person, to resolve hardware and software issues
- Ability to install, configure and update software applications, including operating systems and productivity tools
- Assist in network connectivity issues, including troubleshooting network connections and helping users with network-related problems
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights to various systems and applications
- Implement data back-up procedures and assisting in data recovery in case of system failure or data loss
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of IT systems, processes and solutions
- Assisting in implementing IT security measures, including antivirus software, firewalls, and access controls
- Monitoring and applying software patches and updates to ensure system security and performance
- Provide remote IT support to the zonal officers
- Keep track of IT assets, including inventory management, asset allocation, and disposal of outdated equipment
Academic Qualifications
- B.Sc in computer science, information technology or a related field with 5 years substantive experience in similar duties, preferably with development organisations and/or public sector organization.
Experience
- Hardware and software management
- Manning of IT for meetings
- Maintenance and troubleshooting for IT
- Experience of monitoring and managing ICT systems and infrastructure for an IT project including database management, Storage Area Network (SAN), network, firewall etc.
- Excellent knowledge of Information Systems, ICT best practices, and current application development methodologies.
- Deep knowledge of Content Management System (CMS) and Full-stack development.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relations with individuals of different cultural backgrounds, fluency in English is required.
- Experience carrying out similar tasks for development organizations like Palladium is highly desired.
- Experience in designing and deploying complex ICT infrastructure, including databases, networks and security;
- Experience in advising senior counterparts on ICT issues and solutions;
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information appropriately;
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information to non-specialist audiences
- Experience in website management
Deliverables:
- Ensure timely resolution of technical issues
- Regularly update and maintain computer systems, and software applications
- Create and update documentation for IT processes, troubleshooting guides and user manuals
- Assist in IT security measures such as antivirus software, firewalls, and data backup procedures
Contracting & Accountability:
- The officer will be accountable to the Head SI .
Renumeration:
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Health Informatics Specialist
Job Title: Health Informatics Specialist
Location: NigeriaÂ
Responsibilities:
- Development and management of various HI/IT solutions to enhance performance
- Work with different stakeholders to manage and analyze health data
- Implementing and maintaining health information systems
- Develop and optimize electronic health records systems
- Work to build a health informatic system for data collecting and reporting.
- Provide training and support to the NASCP SI component on the use of health informatics tools and systems, promoting their adoption and usage.
Academic Qualifications
- Advanced degree in software engineering, mechatronics, AI, relevant engineering, HI, IT fields, mathematics, coding related field, Epidemiology or equivalent with 7 years substantive experience in developing, deploying and/or advising on ICT solutions, preferably with development organisation and/or public sector organization.
Experience
- Experience in developing, evaluating, and advising on IT systems and platforms for business operations. Thorough knowledge of process automation, project management and ICT.
- Experience with software and HI/IT solutions development and management
- Training on or demonstrated experience of security audit, infrastructure, and network design.
- Experience of monitoring and managing ICT systems and infrastructure for an IT project including database management, Storage Area Network (SAN), network, firewall etc.
- Experience in evaluating business processes, portfolio management & information system needs.
- Excellent knowledge of Information Systems, ICT best practices, and current application development methodologies.
- Deep knowledge of Content Management System (CMS) and Full-stack development.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relations with individuals of different cultural backgrounds, fluency in English is required.
- Ability to code programming language like python, HTML, Java, R, Javascript, e.t.c
- Experience carrying out similar tasks for development organizations like Palladium is highly desired.
- Experience in designing and deploying complex ICT infrastructure, including databases, networks and security;
- Experience in advising senior counterparts on ICT issues and solutions;
- Extensive knowledge of election processes, related ICT solutions and the opportunities and risks involved in deploying them;
- Experience in designing and managing complex ICT projects;
- Ability to ensure effective coordination with multiple stakeholders;
- Ability to deliver time-sensitive projects with tight deadlines;
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information appropriately
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information to non-specialist audiences
- Training on or demonstrated experience of security audit, infrastructure, and network design.
- Establish and document software development guidelines, coding standards, and conducting training sessions as needed;
- Ensure that NASCP uses a more secure safe and coded programming language
- Provide technical support to healthcare staff for using information systems effectively
- Conduct training sessions on new health technologies
- The officer will be accountable to the NASCP Head SI .
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Laboratory Specialist
Job Title: Laboratory Specialist
Location:Â Abuja
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement training programmes and build capacity of laboratory staff both national and in the states.
- Establish and maintain quality assurance systems to ensure accurate and reliable testing, implementing SOPs, conducting proficiency tests, perform internal quality control, and participate in external quality assessment programmes
- Ensure availability of diagnostics services for HIV especially EID.
- Collaborating with other stakeholders in NASCP/SASCP and the PMU team in ensuring effective coordination of laboratory services in both national and states
Academic Qualification
- A first degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related discipline and a post graduate qualification in Lab sciences with a minimum of 7 years post NYSC
- A current certificate from the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)
Experience
- He/she should have a good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to details, proficiency in laboratory techniques and procedures
- Have a strong understanding of laboratory protocol
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work with team members
Contracting & Accountability:
- The officer will be accountable to the Head Laboratory.
Renumeration:
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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PSM Specialist
Job Title: PSM Specialist
Location:Â Abuja
Responsibilities:
- Provide TA and capacity building to all tiers of the government of Nigeria and to the team to strengthen national/state systems for procurement and supply chain management of health commodities
- Provide Logistics support to State offices focusing on reporting, distribution, shipping, storage and warehousing of commodities
- Responsible for daily to day warehouse maintenance and security and escalates major issues/repairs/improvements to NASCP PSM component for support
- Ensure that all required health inventory checks are conducted, and all variances reconciled
- To provide technical coordination in product selection, quality assurance, receipt of commodities and efficient storage and distribution systems.
- Work with the NASCP office logistics team to direct outgoing or incoming health commodities distribution activities of the grant; ensure health commodities or supplies are shipped, distributed, or received in an efficient manner and ensure that all required inventory checks are conducted, and all variances reconciled.
- Work with the state LMCU/NASCP PSM team in developing, maintaining and improving a logistics management information system and an electronic inventory control system of stocking and tracking commodities.
- Support the state government team (LMCU) in the development of warehousing and distribution budgets Conduct periodic visits to facility warehouses to follow up on all warehouse-related matters such as the environment, sterilization, refrigeration etc. and generate reports to management and other stakeholders.
- Monitor safety standards in accordance with regulations; ensure safety code and quality compliance are met daily and report any issues arising to the STO
- Work with the State LMCU in designing coordinated systems for the grant implementation to transport health commodities report and forecast delivery times, transport costs and performance in order to reduce stock-outs, eliminate waste and lower costs.
- Ensure that all distribution documentation for health commodities in the grant, with funding agencies, suppliers, implementing partners and regulatory bodies is complete and compliant.
- Work with the state team (LMCU) to institute data entries into the district health information system.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Academic Qualification
- B Pharm, with 7 years post national youth service experience managing a PSM cycle, including rational health commodities selection, forecasting /quantification, quality assurance spanning the PSM cycle, warehousing/storage, distribution, and LMIS.
- First Degree in Logistics, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Accounting, procurement and supply chain management or any relevant field with at least 7 years working experience
- Recognised professional Certification in procurement or logistics management / BPP certification is compulsory.
Experience
- Experienced and qualified in managing increased volume of grant procurements in compliance with the requirements of the Bureau for Public Procurement
- Considerable knowledge of health and development programs in developing countries in general and Nigeria specifically.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in similar role in managing a PSM cycle, including rational health commodities selection, forecasting/quantification, quality assurance spanning the PSM cycle, warehousing/storage, distribution, and LMIS.
- Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
- Sound knowledge of inventory control systems
- Experience must include managing health commodity logistics information systems, including forecasting/quantification of Laboratory Commodities
- Familiarity with developing PSM indicators and issues surrounding monitoring and evaluation of the PSM.
- Knowledge of M supply, Quantimed and Pipeline is an added advantage.
- Familiarity with technical and health management approaches relevant to the work of the National AIDS & STI Control, National TB Control Programs, National Malaria Control Program and RH, especially at the state, LGA and community levels.
Renumeration:
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Procurement Officer
Job Title: Procurement Officer
Location:Â Abuja
Responsibilities:
- Support the procurement for all procurement needs including travel logistics, administration related costs, consultancies, printing and any other procurement related activities on the project
- Facilitate the logistics for meetings and other related activities
- Maintain accurate purchase and pricing records
- Facilitate the review, comparing and analyzing of goods or services to be purchased in line with the procurement guidelines
- Researching and evaluating prospective vendors
- Preparing cost analyses and reports
- Maintaining and updating vendor information e.g qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
- Facilitate procurement planning including development and coordination of procurement plans that provide details of the planned procurement activities, values, procurement methods, timelines etc.
- Monitor the implementation of procurement activities, ensuring that they are implemented timely and in line with the approved plans
- Prepare and issue solicitation documents, facilitate prequalification of vendors, coordination of day-to-day procurement processes for goods, services and works.
- Maintain accurate and complete procurement records. Facilitate filing and archiving of all procurement records and files
- Prepare Purchase orders/ Letters of Award in line with recommendations by the bid evaluation committees and in line with the procurement policy
- Coordinate and arrange for bid evaluation committee meetings
- Ensure that bid evaluation committee member are all duly appointed by the relevant authority
- Ensure that all members that participate in evaluations and procurement processes are independent, and sign conflict of interest forms.
- Undertake other procurement related activities that may be assigned by the Head of Procurement and Supply Management unit
- First Degree in Logistics, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Accounting, procurement and supply chain management or any relevant field with at least 7 years working experience in related task
- Advanced degree in logistics/ health related field will be an added advantage
- Recognised professional Certification in procurement or logistics management / BPP certification is compulsory.
Experience
- A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in similar role
- Experienced on rational health commodities selection, goods and services procurement, forecasting /quantification, quality assurance spanning the PSM cycle, warehousing/storage, distribution, and LMIS.
- Skilled in computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and ability to operate Zoom, and data management systems
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work well with diverse people.
- Excellent English writing skills.
- Knowledge of GF procurement standards, procurement techniques and operations used in contracting for a diverse range of goods and services;
- Experience in public sector procurement dealing with complex contractual issues, revise and draft contract, formulate options and propose recommendations;
- Experience in identifying clients’ procurement-related needs and in providing support and guidance from clients’ point of view.
- Experience in logistics operations is desirable.
- Knowledge of procurement-related IT tools and systems (i.e. enterprise resource planning, inventory management, procurement, database management applications, etc.).
Deliverables:
- Ensure that all commodities procured are in accordance with internal policies and Global Fund procurement guidelines.
Contracting & Accountability:
- The officer will be accountable to the Head PSM
Renumeration:
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Drivers (2 positions)
Job Title: Drivers (2 positions)
Location:Â Abuja
Responsibilities:
- Drive project staff to activities and meeting within and outside of Abuja.
- Maintain accurate and up to date records relating to individual vehicle use.
- Ensure all aspects of vehicle policy are being followed and enforced during your assignments.
- Inspect vehicle prior to travel to assure all fluids, tires, wipers, belts etc are in good working order.
- Signal any sign of need for maintenance or other problem with the vehicle to the transport and logistic associate.
- Ensure monitoring of vehicles during repairs
- Keep vehicle health log updated.
- Assure the security of the vehicle when outside of the office.
- Assure the safety of all passengers.
- Submit all expense reports in a timely manner to accounting, properly completed.
- Reachable at all times via phones during official hours.
- Carries out any other duties that may ensure smooth operations as may be assigned
Academic Qualification
- Minimum of SSCE;
- Certified professional driving license (preferred)
- Fluent English & local language;
- Excellent knowledge of the city and major motorways in Nigeria and FCT in particular;
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years driving experience
- At least two years’ experience with a corporate organization (Previous experience of working with an NGO sector is highly desirable);
Renumeration:
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Senior Finance Specialist
Job Title: Senior Finance Specialist
Location:Â Abuja
Responsibilities:
- Understand and articulate the basic tenets of Internal Control and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to other staff members.
- Develop tools to use to train PR and SR staff in proper financial record keeping procedures and procurement integrity.
- Lead the process of ongoing improvement of financial systems and internal controls at PR and SR levels.
- Implement standard NASCP procedures to manage and monitor the financial resources of the project office. This includes: ensuring that all payments comply with NASCP rules and regulations and are supported by adequate documentation
- Reconcile advances, including review of receipts, coding of expenses on the general voucher and entering into Quickbooks / Navision accounting software
- Ensure accurate entry of transactions in accounting system assuring detailed memos, proper charge codes, account codes and job tracking.
- Assure payment of per diem and transport to participants and other expenses paid at field activities is properly managed, documented and follows project policy.
- Academic Qualification
- Minimum First degree and Masters’ degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance with ICAN/ACCA/ANAN certification
Experience
- A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in grant management of donor funds and experience on Government Financial Regulations
- Skilled in computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and ability to operate Zoom, and data management systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work well with diverse people.
- Excellent English writing skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and to work effectively under pressure, including in a multi-cultural environment.
- Experience in working with QBs and Navision accounting software is an added advantage.
- Previous experience in grant management of donor funds.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Admin Officer-Finance
Job Title: Admin Officer-Finance
Location: NigeriaÂ
Responsibilities:
- Handling basic/simple accounting duties like bookkeeping, filing of documents
- Ensure security, documentation of accounting documents, assets etc
- Maintain financial records and data base of NASCP
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes
- Assisting with payroll and tax-related tasks
- Ensure spreadsheet are accurate and enforce consistency
- Review and file payroll documents
Academic Qualification
- Bachelor degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Admin, Economics or in any finance related profession.
Experience
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in similar role or grant management of donor funds.
- Skilled in computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and ability to operate Zoom, and data management systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work well with diverse people.
- Excellent English writing skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and to work effectively under pressure, including in a multi-cultural environment.
- Experience in working with QBs and Navision accounting software is an added advantage.
- Previous experience in grant management of donor funds.
Renumeration:
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Internal Auditor/ Compliance Specialist
Job Title: Internal Auditor/ Compliance Specialist
Location: NigeriaÂ
Responsibilities:
- Provide objective assessment to NASCP
- Safeguard assets
- Enhance overall organization performance
- Conduct audits on financial, operational and compliance
- Identify and assess potential risks to the organization and recommending risk mitigation strategies
- Examine financial statements, transactions, and accounting records to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting principles
- Analyse data to detect anomalies, patterns or potential fraud in the accounting component
- Participate in the development of the annual audit plan based on risk assessments and organizational priorities
- Provide advice and guidance to manage internal control matters and best practices
- Perform other functions as assigned.
Academic Qualification
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
- A Chartered Auditor or Chartered Accountant is a must
- A masters’ degree or professional certifications like Certified Internal Audit (CIA) or Certified Public Accounting (CPA), Business Administration (MBA) is an added advantage
Experience
- A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in similar role as an internal auditor.
- Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.
- In depth knowledge of auditing standards, financial regulations, and corporate governance practice is essential. S/he must be familiar with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), International Financial Reporting Accounting Principles (IFRS) and auditing standard issues by professional bodies like the institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
- High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication, including presentation and training skills.
- Well-developed computer skills.
- Ability to gather and interpret data, identify potential risks and propose practical solutions.
Renumeration:
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Central Finance Officer
Job Title: Central Finance Officer
Location: Nigeria
Responsibilities:
- Prepare payment vouchers
- Properly code all transactions
- Control and enter all expenses from the petty cash
- Process payments of expenses, including per diem and transport to participants during activities in the field
- Prepare and control advances.
- Assure balances of unused portions of advances are deposited into the NASCP account
- Prepare deposit slips for cash to be deposited into the bank account
- Reconcile advances, including review of receipts, coding of expenses on the general voucher and entering into Quickbooks/ Navision accounting software
- Maintain accounting files
- Follow up on outstanding advances from the zones and assure timely reconciliation
- Control consumption of project (petrol, electricity, water, telephone)
- Participate in the improvement of the accounting system and the system of internal control
- Create all financial reports as requested by supervisor
- Ensure that payments are processed accurately, timely, and safely (to minimize NASCP’s risk exposure).
- Ensure that entries are entered into financial system accurately and timely.
- Ensure that month and year-end accounting activities are done accurately and in compliance with NASCP policies and procedures.
- Academic Qualification
- First degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance
- ICAN/ACCA/ANAN certification will be an added advantage
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in grant management of donor funds.
- Skilled in computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and ability to operate Zoom, and data management systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work well with diverse people.
- Excellent English writing skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and to work effectively under pressure, including in a multi-cultural environment.
- Experience in working with QBs and Navision accounting software is an added advantage.
- Previous experience in grant management of donor funds
Deliverables:
Coordinate the six zonal finance officers in carrying out the following deliverables:
- Timely monthly bank reconciliation and financial reports
- Budget tracking
- Tax tracking
- Contract tracking
- Aging analysis
- Monthly FAR update and insurance of assets
- Timely funds request
- Adherence and compliance to donor guidelines and GON policies.
Contracting & Accountability:
- The officer will be accountable to the Head Finance and Accounts
Renumeration:
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Zonal Finance Officers (6 positions)
Job Title: Zonal Finance Officers (6 positions)
Location:Â Six geo political zones
Responsibilities:
They will assist the SASCP accounting department in carrying out the following tasks in the states making up the zones they work:
- Prepare payment vouchers
- Properly code all transactions
- Control and enter all expenses from the petty cash
- Process payments of expenses, including per diem and transport to participants during activities in the field
- Prepare and control advances.
- Assure balances of unused portions of advances are deposited into the NASCP account
- Prepare deposit slips for cash to be deposited into the bank account
- Reconcile advances, including review of receipts, coding of expenses on the general voucher and entering into Quickbooks/ Navision accounting software
- Maintain accounting files
- Follow up on outstanding advances and assure timely reconciliation
- Control consumption of project (petrol, electricity, water, telephone)
- Participate in the improvement of the accounting system and the system of internal control
- Create all financial reports as requested by supervisor
- Preparation and filing of forms for payments of taxes and social security
- Ensure that payments are processed accurately, timely, and safely (to minimize NASCP’s risk exposure).
- Ensure that entries are entered into financial system accurately and timely.
- Ensure that month and year-end accounting activities are done accurately and in compliance with NASCP policies and procedures.
- Process travel advances to staff, assuring proper documentation and timely clearing of all advances.
- Estimate upcoming cash needs and accrue expenditures as appropriate.
- Ensure that all costs have adequate prior authorization and approval.
- Ensure audit compliance utilizing principles of audit and performance.
- Maintain current standing with all mandated tax and registrations, including submission of payments and required reports.
- First degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance
- ICAN/ACCA/ANAN certification will be an added advantage
Experience
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in grant management of donor funds.
- Skilled in computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and ability to operate Zoom, and data management systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work well with diverse people.
- Excellent English writing skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and to work effectively under pressure, including in a multi-cultural environment.
- Experience in working with QBs and Navision accounting software is an added advantage.
- Previous experience in grant management of donor funds
Deliverables:
They will assist the states in the six zones in carrying out the following deliverables:
- Timely monthly bank reconciliation and financial reports
- Budget tracking
- Tax tracking
- Contract tracking
- Aging analysis
- Monthly FAR update and insurance of assets
- Timely funds request
- Adherence and compliance to donor guidelines and GON policies.
Contracting & Accountability:
- The officer will be accountable to the Head Finance and Accounts
Renumeration:
- S/he will be paid competitive fees for the agreed duration based on qualification and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply
Application Deadline  14th December, 2023.
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